Culinary Arts
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Graduation Rate
麻豆社鈥檚 graduation rate is based on the fall cohort of full-time, first-time degree or certificate seeking students who complete their program of study within 150% of normal time to completion. In the most recent cohort of students, 87% of Culinary AAS and Certficate students completed the Culinary degree or certificate they were seeking within 150% of the normal time to complete.
Job Placement
麻豆社鈥檚 job placement rate is based on career and technical degree or certificate completers who are employed in a related or unrelated field within 180 days after their graduation from 麻豆社.
Career & Technical Job Placement Data
ACF Certification Rate
American Culinary Federation (ACF) certification exam pass rate for May 2026 graduates is 85%.
Program Information
The 麻豆社 Culinary Arts Program is one of just three programs in the St. Louis region.
The Culinary Arts program offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree, a Certificate of Achievement and a Certificate of Specialization. The curriculum centers on hands-on learning in our professional culinary kitchen taught by Certified Executive Chefs.
The program is located on the Union campus in a state-of-the-art kitchen. Students earning an AAS degree study advanced culinary skills, restaurant and foodservice management theory, along with general education coursework. Certificate of Achievement students enroll in the same culinary coursework as AAS students but without the general education courses. The Certificate of Specialization allows students to complete an abbreviated program in just two semesters.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to ignite a lifelong passion for food while building mastery in culinary knowledge and technical skills. Graduates will be professionals who express their creativity and attention to detail in every dish they prepare.
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Degrees & Certificates
Culinary Arts, AAS
Program Description
From your first day in the kitchen, you will receive hands-on training and practical experience in management, food preparation, and service. Learn from highly qualified faculty with years of experience in the culinary field.
The program offers hands-on learning in an exceptional facilitty. Culinary Arts graduates work in restaurants, nutrition centers, catering companies, and other foodservice organizations.
Professional Positions
- Chef
- Cook
- Kitchen manager
- Catering manager
- Banquet chef
- Sous-chef Chef de Cuisine
Program Format
The Culinary Arts program is a 63 credit-hour Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree taught through a block schedule of course sequencing.
Instructors combine theory and classroom learning with kitchen demonstrations and hands-on practice. Program courses include Food Preparation and Theory, Meat Fabrication, and Safety and Sanitation.
The program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation (ACF).
Mission Statement
Our mission is to ignite a lifelong passion for food while building mastery in culinary knowledge and technical skills. Graduates will be professionals who express their creativity and attention to detail in every dish they prepare.
Professional Traits
Students also can network with local and regional business leaders through classroom visits, student programs across campus, DECA, and internships. 麻豆社 has also worked closely with regional universities and colleges to design a curriculum for students planning to transfer options.
Program Learning Outcomes
Skills: Graduates will master foundational cooking, baking techniques, and flavor profiles. They will have the knowledge and skills to achieve the ACF Certified Culinarian credential.聽
Professionalism: Graduates will exhibit time management, teamwork, adaptability and communication skills necessary to thrive in a professional kitchen.
Safety and Sanitation: Graduates will employ safe and sanitary food handling based on the National SERV Safe program.
Academic Foundations: Graduates benefit from a broader understanding of the of world, obtained through coursework in Arts, Civics, Sciences, Mathematics and English.
Culinary Arts, Certificate of Achievement
The Culinary Arts Certificate of Achievement is a 45-credit hour certificate consisting of all culinary courses.
The certificate prepares a student to enter the workforce and can build to the Culinary Arts, AAS degree if general education courses are added.
Program Learning Outcomes
Skills: Graduates will master foundational cooking, baking techniques, and flavor profiles. They will have the knowledge and skills to achieve the ACF Certified Culinarian credential.聽
Professionalism: Graduates will exhibit time management, teamwork, adaptability and communication skills necessary to thrive in a professional kitchen.
Safety and Sanitation: Graduates will employ safe and sanitary food handling based on the National SERV Safe program.
Culinary Arts, Certificate of Specialization
The Culinary Arts Certificate of Specialization is a 23-credit hour certificate consisting of the fundamental courses of the Culinary Arts degree. Students enrolled in the certificate learn the fundamentals of cuisine and bakery.
The certificate prepares a student for advanced culinary courses or entering the workforce with entry-level culinary skills.
Program Learning Outcomes
Skills: Graduates will聽understand聽foundational cooking, baking techniques, and flavor profiles. They will have the knowledge and skills to begin their employment in the food service industry.聽
Professionalism: Graduates will exhibit time management, teamwork, adaptability and communication skills necessary to thrive in a professional kitchen.
Safety and Sanitation: Graduates will employ safe and sanitary food handling based on the National SERV Safe program.
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Accreditations
The 麻豆社 Culinary Arts program has earned accreditation through the American Culinary Federation, Educational Foundation, Accreditation Commission (ACFEFAC).
American Culinary Federation
6816 Southpoint Pkwy Ste. 400
(904) 824-4468
麻豆社 is accredited by the:
Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400
Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504
800-621-7440
Culinary Arts Courses
Contact
John Kennealy
Culinay Arts Program Coordinator
John.Kennealy@eastcentral.edu
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